SSAE18 is an accounting standard, or more specifically, an auditing standard, rather than a compliance program or security certification. In essence, SSAE18 sets down the framework in which SOC reports are compiled.
There are two key differences between SSAE18 and most compliance programs. Firstly, it applies across multiple industries and localities. By contrast, many compliance programs are specific to an industry (e.g., HIPAA) or to a location (e.g., GDPR). Secondly, SSAE18 focuses primarily on the internal controls of service organizations that impact clients’ reporting. By contrast, most compliance programs emphasize information security and data privacy (e.g., PCI/DSS).
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